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Franklin Elementary School

Elementary School · Muscatine Comm School District

210 Taylor St, Muscatine, IA 52761

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#641 of 1,280

In Muscatine

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Muscatine Comm School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Franklin Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Muscatine · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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3.6/10

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About Franklin Elementary School

Franklin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Muscatine, IA, part of Muscatine Comm School District. Franklin Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #641 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Franklin Elementary School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency75.3% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72.7% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.6 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,060
Chronic Absenteeism9.4%

Franklin Elementary School — Students at Franklin Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
74.1% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
72.6% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 37 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2025
Math
75.3%
ELA
72.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.

How Franklin Elementary School Compares

See how Franklin Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
50th percentile in IA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

210 Taylor St, Muscatine, IA 52761

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Franklin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Louisa-Muscatine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Letts), which scores notably higher. Another option is SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Illinois City Elem School (rated 6.6/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Illinois City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Muscatine, see our Muscatine schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Susan Clark Junior High Muscatine 1.1 mi 8.5
McKinley Elementary School Muscatine 1.1 mi 3.6
Jefferson Elementary School Muscatine 1.3 mi 4.4
SS MARY AND MATHIAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Muscatine 1.7 mi 7.4
Grant Elementary School Muscatine 1.9 mi 4.9
Muscatine High School Muscatine 1.8 mi 4.8
MUSCATINE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muscatine 2.0 mi
Mulberry Elementary School Muscatine 2.2 mi 4.8
Madison Elementary School Muscatine 2.6 mi 5.1
Muskie Early Learning Center Muscatine 2.7 mi 2.2
Illinois City Elem School Illinois City 8.4 mi 6.6
Louisa-Muscatine JR/SR High School Letts 10.4 mi 7.3
Louisa-Muscatine Elementary Letts 10.5 mi 8.1
Wilton Elementary School Wilton 12.8 mi 6.3
Wilton Jr-Sr High School Wilton 12.8 mi 6.6
Durant Elementary School Durant 15.2 mi 6.4
Durant Junior/Senior High School Durant 15.2 mi 4.4
Early Childhood Center West Liberty 15.1 mi 4.4
West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty 15.1 mi 3.7
New Boston Elem School New Boston 17.3 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 52761 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,924

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$971/mo

Population

29,800

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

39

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Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, IA 6.5
Fremont-Mills Elementary School Tabor, IA 6.5
Madrid Elementary School Madrid, IA 6.5
ST ANTHONY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Des Moines, IA 6.5
Sunset Heights Elementary School Webster City, IA 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Franklin Elementary School

What grades does Franklin Elementary School serve?

Franklin Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Franklin Elementary School?

Franklin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Franklin Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Franklin Elementary School rank in IA?

Franklin Elementary School ranks #641 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Franklin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Franklin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Franklin Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Franklin Elementary School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Franklin Elementary School a charter school?

No, Franklin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Franklin Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Franklin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Franklin Elementary School?

69.8% of students at Franklin Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Muscatine County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.4%

District

Muscatine Comm School District
District Enrollment
4,530
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,060
District Rank
#2 of 9

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